Exceptional logistics starts with exceptional partnerships.

Michael provides strategic leadership and operational direction across all areas of the business. A driven entrepreneur and industry leader, he has played a pivotal role in building JFM Logistics into a trusted logistics partner known for reliability, flexibility, and service excellence.

With a hands-on leadership style and a deep understanding of supply chain operations, Michael remains actively involved in the day-to-day management of the business. Under his leadership, JFM Logistics has expanded its capabilities across transport, warehousing, and container depot operations. He has strengthened the company's operational foundation while creating a scalable platform for sustainable growth.

Michael believes exceptional logistics is built on precision, adaptability, and strong relationships. Through strategic partnerships, investment in people, and a commitment to operational excellence, he has fostered a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer-centric service throughout the organisation.

Freek founded JFM Logistics and brings more than 25 years of hands-on experience in the transport, logistics, and courier industry. His career began in 1993 at RTT, where a holiday position grew into a five-year foundation in logistics operations, and a lifelong passion for transport and supply chain execution.

In 1998 he established his own courier business, and by 2001 had expanded into fleet ownership and heavy transport, steadily scaling into a robust logistics operation of more than 24 horse-and-trailer combinations, including links and tri-axle rigs.

Freek is widely respected for his straightforward, old-school approach to business: integrity, accountability, clear communication and consistently delivering more than he promises. His guiding philosophy: "Do not say a little in many words, but a great deal in a few." He remains closely involved in the operational core of the business.

Michelle brings over two decades of experience in container operations, transport brokerage, and logistics administration. Her career began in 2001 at Bidvest SACD, where she gained a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end logistics chain, which shaped her structured, detail-oriented approach to business management.

Having held operational and marketing roles across container logistics companies, Michelle bridges the gap between operations and administration, keeping systems, processes and financial controls aligned with operational realities.

At JFM Logistics she leads the Admin, Finance, and HR functions: efficient billing systems, tight internal controls, and seamless coordination across departments. Her frameworks are the backbone that lets the business operate with discipline, clarity, and financial precision.

Francois began his logistics career at 19 as a transport controller, progressing through client relations into sales management for one of Port Elizabeth's leading logistics companies, adding formal studies in marketing and sales along the way.

Driven by a long-standing ambition to build something of his own, he joined forces with Freek and Michael to establish and grow a warehouse and container operation. That collaboration formed the foundation of JFM Logistics.

As Regional Warehouse Director he oversees warehouse operations across the Port Elizabeth region: operational discipline, team coordination, and a strong link between warehouse execution and customer requirements. He is known for practical leadership and driving performance through teamwork and accountability.

Rhys brings a hands-on, practical understanding of the industry, developed from the ground up. He started as a welding assistant and worked through technical, maintenance, logistics and operational roles.

That journey gave him a deep appreciation for the realities of day-to-day operations and the importance of structure, teamwork, and consistency. He credits much of his success to the dedication and skill of the teams he has worked with. Meaningful achievement in logistics, he believes, is always a collective effort.

As Output Operations Director, Rhys drives performance across operations while fostering strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams, focused on sustainable growth, operational excellence and a high-performing, unified organisation.

Omar brings extensive experience and a distinguished track record within the logistics, transport, shipping, and depot management sectors, across a career that spans some of the industry's most respected global names: Maersk, CMA CGM, CCIS Depot and Kuehne + Nagel.

That journey built deep expertise in depot operations, shipping line management, operational strategy, supply chain logistics, and customer service excellence. Recognised for strong leadership and operational discipline, Omar has led teams, streamlined operations, and implemented processes that drive efficiency, accountability, and sustainable growth.

As National Depot Director, he oversees JFM Logistics' depot operations, holding the highest standards of safety, productivity and service delivery across the business. Passionate about high-performing teams and strong partnerships with customers, shipping lines, and industry stakeholders, Omar is a driving force in positioning JFM Logistics as a leader within the South African container depot industry.